Product details
High-traffic living and dining spaces need flooring that withstands daily wear while bringing visual depth to the room. The Auri Abstract Gray/ Blue Large Area Rug -- a machine-woven transitional piece in 100% recycled polyester available at Sideboards and Things with free shipping -- delivers commercial-grade resilience wrapped in a hand-finished abstract design that reads as much more expensive than its price suggests. An area rug is a defined textile floor covering, sized to anchor furniture groupings or delineate zones within a room, and this hybrid construction pairs the durability of synthetic fiber with the soft, textured surface of hand-sheared pile, making it a practical choice for homes with pets, children, and entertaining traffic.
Auri Abstract Gray/ Blue Area Rug Features:
- Available Sizes: 2'6" x 8', 5' x 7', 8' x 10', 9' x 12', 10' x 13'
- Primary Material: 100% Recycled Polyester
- Construction: Machine-woven hybrid, hand-sheared, hand-washed
- Color: Gray, Navy Blue, Ivory
- Pattern/Design: Abstract
- Pile Height: Medium
- Backing: Fabric backing
- Washable: Spot clean only
- Indoor/Outdoor Rating: Indoor only
- Style: Transitional, Abstract
- Assembly Required: No
Why Choose Recycled-Fiber Rugs from Sideboards and Things?
Post-consumer polyester fibers reduce landfill waste while resisting the crushing and matting that plague natural-fiber rugs in hallways and under dining chairs, so your floor covering looks newer longer even in the hardest-worked rooms of the house. The slate gray, navy blue, and ivory tones bridge traditional furniture silhouettes and modern minimalist pieces, making this rug a natural fit for LOOMLAN Rugs collectors and anyone layering texture into transitional interiors. Hand-shearing and hand-washing after the loom finish give the surface a softness underfoot that improves with use, so the rug feels as good as it looks from the first day forward.
Sizing an Area Rug for Your Room
The 8' x 10' format anchors most living room seating groups with front furniture legs resting on the rug and 18 inches of clearance beyond the sofa perimeter, while the 9' x 12' or 10' x 13' sizes work in open-concept layouts where the rug must define a conversation zone or sit under a dining table seating six to eight. For dining placement, leave 24 inches of clearance on all sides so chairs pull out without catching the edge -- the 8' x 10' accommodates rectangular tables up to 72 inches long. Runner dimensions (2'6" x 8') fit hallways, galley kitchens, and entryway zones where a narrow profile keeps traffic lanes open while protecting the floor beneath.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between a sideboard, a credenza, and a buffet?
- A sideboard is a low, long cabinet with doors and drawers for dining room storage; a credenza typically has sliding doors and no legs, sitting flush on the floor; a buffet is functionally identical to a sideboard but may include open shelving or a hutch top for display.
- Does this rug arrive assembled?
- Yes -- the rug ships rolled and ready to lay flat, with no assembly required, and ships from the supplier within 48-72 hours.
- How do I clean an abstract area rug in a high-traffic room?
- Vacuum regularly with a beater-bar setting on low to lift embedded dirt, and spot-clean spills immediately with a damp cloth and mild detergent, blotting from the outside edge inward to prevent the stain from spreading.
- What size rug fits under a six-person dining table?
- An 8' x 10' rug accommodates a table up to 72 inches long with 24 inches of clearance on all sides for chairs to pull out freely.
- Can I use this rug outdoors on a covered patio?
- No -- this rug is rated for indoor use only, as moisture and UV exposure degrade the fabric backing and fade the dyes over time.
- Is this rug made to order or does it ship from stock?
- This rug ships from the supplier within 48-72 hours and is returnable under standard terms detailed on the returns page.